MRP Buyer
About The Position
This process-driven individual will be responsible for executing purchase orders generated by the MRP system and ensuring the accuracy of planning signals that drive replenishment. A strong understanding of master data and planning parameters—such as lead times, order quantities, and safety stock is critical to your success in this role. You will monitor MRP exceptions daily, follow up on supply issues, and validate that procurement activity aligns with system logic and real-world supplier performance. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, MRP Buying. This role is hybrid and is based in North Andover, MA.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in the field of operations or supply chain or similar field.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Proficiency with MRP and DRP.
- Understanding of S&OP process.
- Develop creative solutions to complex problems.
- Clearly communicate results of analysis in verbal and written formats.
- Ability to use PowerBI and Office software.
- Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
- Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Certification from APICS (CPIM or CSCP)
Responsibilities
- Execute MRP-Driven procurement by reviewing and acting on MRP-generated purchase recommendations, ensuring on-time replenishment of components and finished goods and monitoring MRP exception messages
- Own Planning Parameter Accuracy, including auditing and updating master-data regularly
- Maintain data and system integrity and resolve misses generating cost, cash or service impact
- Conduct root cause analysis for service misses and recommend corrective actions
- Prioritize actions that improve service and deliver the “Right Product, Right Time” experience for customers
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment across the supply chain
- Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by the Sr. Manager, MRP Buying or Company management
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in planning workflows, data governance, and system usability
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
- Retirement benefits
- Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
- 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
- Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
